Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living\xe2\x84\xa2.

We are searching for a Temporary Full Time Resident Services Manager (LPN) to join our Parkland Clayton Park team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development, and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you\'ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. We offer a competitive compensation package, additional benefits include:

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual begins immediately and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex\'s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

The Client Services Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, delivery, management, and evaluation of care services to all residents living in our Licensed Assisted Living service line.

• Provides clinical oversight, leadership and expertise to the care/service team by fostering and promoting best practices
• Directs the regular health assessments of prospective and current residents to maintain quality of life in the appropriate lifestyle option.
• Assists in the recruitment, orientation, training and professional development of team members
• Provides leadership to and direct supervision of employees in the area of responsibility
• Ensures compliance with organizations brand standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
• Responds to government inspection/investigation reports and maintains licensing standards
• Promotes and leads a safety culture

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• LPN diploma; or equivalent
• Current registration with provincial LPN regulatory body
• You are passionate about working with seniors and have experience working with the elderly in a seniors\' living or long-term care environment
• Minimum five (5) years nursing experience
• Experience in a supervisory / leadership role
• Current CPR & Emergency First Aid certification
• Personal computer skills in the use of related software applications

Supplemental Qualifications considered an asset:

• Specialized courses such as: Foot Care, Palliative Care, Venipuncture
• Alzheimer\'s Disease and other Dementia Care Course
• Back in Form Lift & Transfer Program
• Previous supervisory / leadership experience in a health service or seniors living environment;

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you\'re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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